Orihuela is eagerly awaiting the opening of its customary Mediaeval Market, which will transport the town’s ancient old town back in time. With markets, workshops, trades, taverns, tournaments, and dance and music performances, guests can take part in a variety of events that will transport them back to the Middle Ages during the course of this weekend.
Since the celebration was rescheduled to February 28th and March 1st and 2nd in honour of its 25th anniversary to accommodate more tourists and merchants, it could be argued that this year’s desire to enjoy this event—which is already a crucial part of the calendar of the Vega Baja capital—is even greater. Additionally, it should be noted that it often occurs on the first weekend in February.
The Councillor for Festivities, Rocío Ortuño, stated, “This year we are going to enjoy a very special edition, 25 years of history of this great event that every year brings together thousands of visitors from different cities, who come to Orihuela to enjoy three days of celebration in a setting as emblematic as our historic centre.” He also noted that, as a special edition, it will feature the Villa de las Brujas in the Plaza de Santiago, as well as completely redesigned animation, music, and shows to make the experience more immersive than before.
The Association of Coeliacs of the Valencian Community (Acecova), which is situated in the Plaza de la Soledad, will also be hosting a gluten-free pub for the second year in a row.
Events such as openings and closings
Opening time: Plaza de Santiago, Friday, February 28nd at 11:30 a.m. It has been changed this year to go in the opposite direction, ending at Rincón Hernandiano.
Proclamation of the Armengola: 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 1st. The parade will depart towards Orihuela City Hall, where Armengola 2024 Loli Sánchez will give the usual reading of the Proclamation.
Closing time: 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 2nd. To wrap up this 25th anniversary, there will be a farewell parade across the market.
Three distinct areas: Arab, Christian, and Jewish
The market’s stall distribution will be separated into three areas: Arab, Christian, and Jewish.
Zone 1: Carmen Square, Marquis of Arneva, Antonio Balaguer Square, Santa Justa, Countess of Villa Manuel Square, Jose Maria Sarget, Lopez Pozas, and Colon are all in the route from Santiago Square.
Dr. José María Sarget, Plaza del Salvador, Plaza de la Annunciación, Plaza de la Soledad, Plaza Teniente Linares, Passage Emilio Bregante, Plaza Ramón Sijé, Calle Soleres, Passage Semana Santa, Plaza Santa Lucía, Santa Lucía, Dr. Don Jaime Sánchez, and Calle Mayor are all located in Zone 2.
Zone 3: From Rincon Hernandiano, Santa Lucia Street, Adolfo Clavarana, and Santo Domingo Esplanade.
Free buses and parking
Furthermore, other dissuasive parking lots will be established to make parking easier for everyone who must drive. These lots are situated at Los Huertos, behind the Álvarez de la Riva Health Centre, on Carretera de Hurchillo, and on Carretera de Beniel.
However, during these three days, complimentary buses will be provided to Orihuela Costa residents, connecting the centre with the seaside. To enable locals to take part in this celebration, buses will depart Playa Flamenca at 11:00 on Friday, February 28nd, Saturday, March 1st, and Sunday, March 2nd, and return from Orihuela city at 18:00. The buses are also modified to accommodate those with limited mobility.
Due to the limited number of available spots, interested parties must make their reservations via the website: https://www.orihuelaturistica.es/orh/web_php/index.php?contenido=subapartados_coconut&id_boto=4217&title=reserves#services
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